Robert J Meador, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Robert J Meador, M.D. practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Ithaca, NY. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
Older · 3477dNPPES updated 2016-10-28 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1301 Trumansburg Road Suite R, Ithaca, NY 14850-5738
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.07%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1 pts)
6.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
364
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
473
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,446
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.49M
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.2k received from industry
110 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Robert J Meador's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at Houston (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
1301 Trumansburg Rd Suite R, Ithaca, NY 14850-1397
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Robert J Meador
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert J Meador for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Ithaca required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert J Meador
NPI records show Dr. Meador as active with telehealth listed in Ithaca, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (607) 277-2710.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert J Meador
Practice Location
1301 Trumansburg Road Suite R, Ithaca, NY 14850-5738
Mailing Address
1301 Trumansburg Rd Suite R, Ithaca, NY 14850-1397
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